1974 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sequoia (272 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Sequoia (315 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2009 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
